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Norfolk Schools Get 16 New Support Hubs
5 Jun
Summary
- Sixteen new support hubs are planned for Norfolk high schools.
- These hubs offer smaller groups and specialist teachers.
- The initiative aims to help pupils with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Norfolk County Council is implementing a significant expansion of support services with plans for 16 new Specialist Resource Bases (SRBs) in high schools. These hubs are designed to provide enhanced support for pupils experiencing emotional and behavioural difficulties, with the goal of enabling them to remain in mainstream education.
The SRBs will feature smaller class sizes, dedicated specialist teachers, and tailored learning environments. This approach aims to offer a nuanced level of support, acknowledging that while most children can succeed in mainstream settings with adequate resources, a small number may still require highly specialized provision.
Key locations for these new bases have been confirmed, including Reepham, Acle, and Hellesdon, with an initial SRB having opened in King's Lynn in January 2025. The initiative has been welcomed by organizations supporting families with children with special needs, who see potential benefits for pupils with conditions like autism.
School leaders believe these centers will be invaluable, offering expertise that can benefit the wider school community. The council emphasizes that pathways to specialized SEND schools will remain open for those children who need them.
